Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1255098 Composed by Ross Fiddes. 21st Century,Chamber,Classical,Contemporary. Score. 25 pages. Ross Fiddes #848692. Published by Ross Fiddes (A0.1255098). It was in the aftermath of the 2020 summer bushfires in Australia that soprano Ayse Goknur Shanala rang me from Cyprus to suggest I compose a work about climate change, a subject of concern for me.  My research for lyrics did not elicit anything I considered suitable, so I turned to Derek Dowding, a local poet, singer, actor, raconteur, and a person vitally interested in the future of humanity and of the planet.Derek and I had worked together before – he brilliantly performed the role of Abelard in the workshopping and concert performances of my hybrid opera “Abelard and Heloise�, which, in 1997, won the supreme CONDA (City of Newcastle Drama Award)  for ‘Outstanding Achievement in Newcastle Theatre’ against some 200 other stage productions in Newcastle’s bi-centenary year.Derek worked long and late on the lyrics for the work, producing an emotional document covering history, cause and effect.  His words produced musical responses from me which I consider react appropriately to both his words and the subject matter. I hope our listeners will agree.For the musical treatment I had to consider that the length of the work, through-sung, 20+ minutes, required a recurrent grounding to avoid too many thematic ideas getting in the way of the words.  To that end, I created a quasi-reflective section which appears, rondo-style, quite a few times during the length of the piece.  And, for further cohesion, I built an ABA (ternary) section early to address certain word structures.  Mostly, the various sections followed the stanza structure provided by Derek, with some combinations.  My musical style is essentially melodic, but with dramatic and other episodes, be they tonal, astringent, harmonically indecisive and so on.  In building the work I was principally influenced by the impact and flow of the words.The work is quite mammoth for both the singer and the pianist.  I was absolutely delighted that Anna Fraser again premiered a work of mine – in 2015 she marvellously premiered another major composition of mine, reviewed here:  http://soundslikesydney.com.au/reviews/concert-review-the-man-in-the-other-roomacacia-quartetanna-fraser/19830.htmlWe can only hope that the new work ultimately adds to the chorus of warnings and concern about the climactic future that awaits if we continue to ignore or postpone dramatic and urgent attention to addressing the causes of climate change.A living orb cloaked white and blue and greenRevolving and evolving, tight-hugged in orbit flightWe ride her back; dependent, fragile offspring.Suckling all the while …but have we bonded?A world unlike any other world we’ve seenGifted with Water, Air, Earth and perfect Light.The essentials of life. Freely, these gifts she brings.Free for all but how have we responded?                                                                     Poem© 2020 Derek DowdingRoss FiddesJanuary 2023.

Choral Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.953857 By Francis Osentowski piano, Marsha Anderson, Soprano. By Francis Osentowski, Music Francis Osentowski, DMA University of North Texas, and Text, Jerry McElveen. Contemporary,Multicultural,Standards,World. Score. 7 pages. Francis Osentowski #6095999. Published by Francis Osentowski (A0.953857). LETTERS FROM A POET IN ITALY -  A song cycle in four movements. I. Eighteen in Italy II. Caregiver                      III. Colosseum IV. David 2007The songs in my cycle are for voice and piano. They are setting of four poems by Jerry McElveen, Professor Emeritus at Richland College of the Dallas College  system. The title refers to texts written during a tour of Italy by a group of college faculty and spouses.  On the tour we visited several historic sites around Italy. At the end of the tour, professor McElveen surprised us by reciting a series of poems written during that trip. On hearing his performance, I felt his words were musical and perfect texts to be set to music.  The Letters from a Poet in Italy song cycle is the result of our collaboration and has been performed numerous times in the DFW area. A recent performance was sponsored by the art song organization Voces Intimae: the Art of Song. The concert was reviewed by Scott Cantrell Music/Art Critic for the Dallas Morning News and awarded a positive review.  The audio recordings feature soprano Marsha Anderson with my piano accompaniment. Marsha had a distinguished career as an opera singer in Italy for 20 years before returning to Texas as director of the North Lake College Study in Italy program. (She is featured on all recordings except Mvt. III COLOSSEUM. That audio is a synthesizer version). 

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.794055 Composed by Jerome Kern. Arranged by Dave Gingras, John E. Dosher. Broadway,Musical/Show. Score. 4 pages. DAVID LEE GINGRAS #5744249. Published by DAVID LEE GINGRAS (A0.794055). The Way You Look Tonight is a song from the film Swing Time that was performed by Fred Astaire and composed by Jerome Kern with lyrics written by Dorothy Fields. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1936. This is a contemporary piano-only arrangement that makes use of a root-based chord-blocking technique that John and I have used in a number of our arrangements. We also added some interesting left-hand fills and counter-melodies that we think make for an interesting and fun to play arrangement - John and I hope you like what we've done!

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.794122 By Blake Shelton. By Alan Chang, Amy Foster-Gillies, and Michael Buble. Arranged by Dave Gingras and John E. Dosher. Contemporary. Score. 5 pages. DAVID LEE GINGRAS #6504107. Published by DAVID LEE GINGRAS (A0.794122). A slightly different take on this great tune written by Michael Buble and performed by Blake Shelton. This version makes use of a root-based chord-blocking that John and I have implemented in nearly all of our arrangements. We added some left-hand fills to maintain the rhythm and keep things musically interesting. It's not too hard and sounds great as written, but we encourage you to make it your own if you so desire! John and I hope you like our version!

Piano Solo, Piano/Vocal/Chords - Intermediate - Digital Download Arranged by Mario Stallbaumer. 5 pages. Published by Mario Stallbaumer

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1243006 Composed by Franz Schubert. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions. Christian,Classical,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred. Score. 4 pages. Benzaiten Editions #838050. Published by Benzaiten Editions (A0.1243006). Soprano voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment for Schubert’s Ave Maria in A Major. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions.Hey! Are you a soprano who wants to learn to sing the song Ave Maria from Schubert? Stay with us!Schubert Ave Maria in A Major • soprano voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment The Benzaiten Editions Arrangement If you're looking for an easy / beginner soprano voice sheet music with piano accompaniment arrangement of the beautiful song “Ave Maria� from Franz Schubert, look no further! I have arranged a simple yet beautiful version of this song that is perfect for beginner musicians / those who like this incredible and timeless song. With this arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria, you'll be able to play this emotional melody with ease and grace. The simplified chords and melody make it easy to learn.So whether you're looking to add a new piece to your repertoire or share the gift of music with others, our easy / beginner soprano voice arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria is sure to inspire. Schubert Ave Maria arrangements by Benzaiten Editions In all 12 tonalities:→ Soprano voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Alto voice| easy piano accompaniment→ Tenor voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Baritone voice | easy piano accompaniment About the song Ave Maria is one of Franz Schubert's most well-known and revered compositions. Although it is often associated with the Catholic prayer, Schubert's music is actually an adaptation of a work by Walter Scott, a Scottish poet. Schubert composed the melody as part of his piece Ellens Gesang III (Ellen's Song III), which is a series of songs based on Scott's poems.Ave Maria was composed in 1825 and is one of the most popular and beloved pieces in the classical repertoire. The gentle and melancholic melody, combined with the Latin lyrics invoking the Virgin Mary, evokes a sense of serenity and devotion. While it was originally written for voice and piano, the melody has also been adapted for various instruments and choirs.Interestingly, Schubert was unaware that his melody would become widely known as Ave Maria. The original title of the composition is Ellens Gesang III: Hymne an die Jungfrau (Ellen's Song III: Hymn to the Virgin). The fame of Ave Maria came later when different versions of the melody were published and performed with the Latin lyrics.Due to its beauty and emotional appeal, Schubert's Ave Maria has been performed on numerous occasions, from religious ceremonies to concerts and solemn events. The piece continues to move and inspire listeners around the world, highlighting Franz Schubert's genius as a composer.

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1251042 Composed by Franz Schubert. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions. Christian,Classical,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred. Score. 4 pages. Benzaiten Editions #845337. Published by Benzaiten Editions (A0.1251042). Alto voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment for Schubert’s Ave Maria in E flat major. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions.Hey! Are you a alto who wants to learn to sing the song Ave Maria from Schubert? Stay with us!Schubert Ave Maria in Eb Major • alto voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment The Benzaiten Editions Arrangement If you're looking for an easy / beginner alto voice sheet music with piano accompaniment arrangement of the beautiful song “Ave Maria� from Franz Schubert, look no further! I have arranged a simple yet beautiful version of this song that is perfect for beginner musicians / those who like this incredible and timeless song. With this arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria, you'll be able to play this emotional melody with ease and grace. The simplified chords and melody make it easy to learn.So whether you're looking to add a new piece to your repertoire or share the gift of music with others, our easy / beginner alto voice arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria is sure to inspire. Schubert Ave Maria arrangements by Benzaiten Editions In all 12 tonalities:→ Soprano voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Alto voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Tenor voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Baritone voice | easy piano accompaniment About the song Ave Maria is one of Franz Schubert's most well-known and revered compositions. Although it is often associated with the Catholic prayer, Schubert's music is actually an adaptation of a work by Walter Scott, a Scottish poet. Schubert composed the melody as part of his piece Ellens Gesang III (Ellen's Song III), which is a series of songs based on Scott's poems.Ave Maria was composed in 1825 and is one of the most popular and beloved pieces in the classical repertoire. The gentle and melancholic melody, combined with the Latin lyrics invoking the Virgin Mary, evokes a sense of serenity and devotion. While it was originally written for voice and piano, the melody has also been adapted for various instruments and choirs.Interestingly, Schubert was unaware that his melody would become widely known as Ave Maria. The original title of the composition is Ellens Gesang III: Hymne an die Jungfrau (Ellen's Song III: Hymn to the Virgin). The fame of Ave Maria came later when different versions of the melody were published and performed with the Latin lyrics.Due to its beauty and emotional appeal, Schubert's Ave Maria has been performed on numerous occasions, from religious ceremonies to concerts and solemn events. The piece continues to move and inspire listeners around the world, highlighting Franz Schubert's genius as a composer.

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1252384 Composed by Franz Schubert. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions. Christian,Classical,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred. Score. 4 pages. Benzaiten Editions #846354. Published by Benzaiten Editions (A0.1252384). Tenor voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment for Schubert’s Ave Maria in E Major. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions.Hey! Are you a tenor who wants to learn to sing the song Ave Maria from Schubert? Stay with us!Schubert Ave Maria in E Major • tenor voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment The Benzaiten Editions Arrangement If you're looking for an easy / beginner tenor voice sheet music with piano accompaniment arrangement of the beautiful song “Ave Maria� from Franz Schubert, look no further! I have arranged a simple yet beautiful version of this song that is perfect for beginner musicians / those who like this incredible and timeless song. With this arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria, you'll be able to play this emotional melody with ease and grace. The simplified chords and melody make it easy to learn.So whether you're looking to add a new piece to your repertoire or share the gift of music with others, our easy / beginner tenor voice arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria is sure to inspire. Schubert Ave Maria arrangements by Benzaiten Editions In all 12 tonalities:→ Soprano voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Alto voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Tenor voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Baritone voice | easy piano accompaniment About the song Ave Maria is one of Franz Schubert's most well-known and revered compositions. Although it is often associated with the Catholic prayer, Schubert's music is actually an adaptation of a work by Walter Scott, a Scottish poet. Schubert composed the melody as part of his piece Ellens Gesang III (Ellen's Song III), which is a series of songs based on Scott's poems.Ave Maria was composed in 1825 and is one of the most popular and beloved pieces in the classical repertoire. The gentle and melancholic melody, combined with the Latin lyrics invoking the Virgin Mary, evokes a sense of serenity and devotion. While it was originally written for voice and piano, the melody has also been adapted for various instruments and choirs.Interestingly, Schubert was unaware that his melody would become widely known as Ave Maria. The original title of the composition is Ellens Gesang III: Hymne an die Jungfrau (Ellen's Song III: Hymn to the Virgin). The fame of Ave Maria came later when different versions of the melody were published and performed with the Latin lyrics.Due to its beauty and emotional appeal, Schubert's Ave Maria has been performed on numerous occasions, from religious ceremonies to concerts and solemn events. The piece continues to move and inspire listeners around the world, highlighting Franz Schubert's genius as a composer.

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1254368 Composed by Franz Schubert. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions. A Cappella,Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred. Score. 4 pages. Benzaiten Editions #847940. Published by Benzaiten Editions (A0.1254368). Baritone voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment for Schubert’s Ave Maria in G major. Arranged by Benzaiten Editions.Hey! Are you a baritone who wants to learn to sing the song Ave Maria from Schubert? Stay with us!Schubert Ave Maria in G major • baritone voice sheet music with easy piano accompaniment The Benzaiten Editions Arrangement If you're looking for an baritone voice sheet music with piano accompaniment arrangement of the beautiful song “Ave Maria� from Franz Schubert, look no further! I have arranged a simple yet beautiful version of this song that is perfect for beginner musicians / those who like this incredible and timeless song. With this arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria, you'll be able to play this emotional melody with ease and grace. The simplified chords and melody make it easy to learn.So whether you're looking to add a new piece to your repertoire or share the gift of music with others, our baritone voice arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria is sure to inspire. Schubert Ave Maria arrangements by Benzaiten Editions In all 12 tonalities:→ Soprano voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Alto voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Tenor voice | easy piano accompaniment→ Baritone voice | easy piano accompaniment About the song Ave Maria is one of Franz Schubert's most well-known and revered compositions. Although it is often associated with the Catholic prayer, Schubert's music is actually an adaptation of a work by Walter Scott, a Scottish poet. Schubert composed the melody as part of his piece Ellens Gesang III (Ellen's Song III), which is a series of songs based on Scott's poems.Ave Maria was composed in 1825 and is one of the most popular and beloved pieces in the classical repertoire. The gentle and melancholic melody, combined with the Latin lyrics invoking the Virgin Mary, evokes a sense of serenity and devotion. While it was originally written for voice and piano, the melody has also been adapted for various instruments and choirs.Interestingly, Schubert was unaware that his melody would become widely known as Ave Maria. The original title of the composition is Ellens Gesang III: Hymne an die Jungfrau (Ellen's Song III: Hymn to the Virgin). The fame of Ave Maria came later when different versions of the melody were published and performed with the Latin lyrics.Due to its beauty and emotional appeal, Schubert's Ave Maria has been performed on numerous occasions, from religious ceremonies to concerts and solemn events. The piece continues to move and inspire listeners around the world, highlighting Franz Schubert's genius as a composer.